The Arthritis Action Podcast
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Arthritis Action is the UK charity giving practical help to improve the quality of life of people affected by arthritis. In this podcast we will be talking to our staff, our members, and healthcare professionals about arthritis and what you can do manage it better.
For more information and future episode listings please visit www.arthritsaction.org.uk
For more information and future episode listings please visit www.arthritsaction.org.uk
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This episode Marc is joined by Stylist and Salon Owner Charlotte Davis to talk about the importance of both looking and feeling good with arthritis. They discuss the effects that the condition and medication can have on your skin and hair, the physical difficulties of grooming and the role self-image plays in addressing mood and confidence. www.arthritisaction.org.ukpodcast@arthritisaction.org.ukThe Institute of Trichologists: https://trichologists.org.uk/about-us/
In this episode Marc is joined by Physiotherapist and Researcher Mercy Joy. Mercy discusses the importance of exercise and activity, the challenges in getting started both physically and mentally and gives some practical tips on how to implement exercise into your daily life. Movement Snacks: https://www.arthritisaction.org.uk/movement_snacks/www.arthritisaction.org.ukpodcast@arthritisaction.org.uk
In this episode Marc is joined by Cynthia Swarnalatha, Senior Researcher in Physiotherapy at the University of Oxford. They talk about how arthritis can affect your hands; including exercises, splints, braces and other treatments that can help you manage symptoms as well as the importance of resting them.www.arthritisaction.org.ukpodcast@arthritisaction.org.ukGadgets for arthritis: https://www.arthritisaction.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Gadgets-and-Aids-for-Arthritis.pdfHand Exercises: https://www.arthritisaction.org.uk/living-with-arthritis/resource-centre/arthritis-exercises/
In this episode Marc is joined by Professor Weiya Zhang from the University of Nottingham. The pair discuss the effects that placebos can have on pain management, their use in modern and historical treatment and the ethical implications of using them in the treatment of arthritis.www.arthritisaction.org.ukpodcast@arthritisaction.org.uk
In this episode of the podcast, Marc speaks to Caroline Flurey, Chartered Psychologist and Associate Professor of Men’s Health and Long-Term Conditions at the University of the West of England. The pair discuss how men may not always be proactive at accessing healthcare services for their arthritis. They also explore the male patient experience, self-management of the physical and psychological impacts of arthritis, and how services can be delivered to best enhance their participation, as a harder-to-reach patient group.www.arthritisaction.org.ukpodcast@arthritisaction.org.uk
Marc talks to Kirsty Veitch-Sorsby, Tackling Loneliness Collaborative Lead at Bassetlaw Community and Voluntary Service, about how arthritis can affect your ability to remain social and engaged with other people. The pair discuss avenues you can take to meet new people, and what help is available for those who find themselves feeling lonely, or isolated.https://www.arthritisaction.org.uk/living-with-arthritis/resource-centre/mental-health-directory/podcast@arthritisaction.org.uk
In this episode Marc talks with Mark Emery, from Thrive the gardening for health charity, about the health benefits of gardening and how to adapt your activity to accommodate your arthritis. www.arthritisaction.org.uk/living-with-arthritis/resource-centre/gardening-with-arthritis/podcast@arthritisaction.org.ukwww.thrive.org.uk/cultivatingwellbeing www.thrive.org.uk/arthritis
In this episode, Marc speaks to Consultant Fellow Podiatrist Afni Shah-Hamilton about how podiatry can be beneficial for people with arthritis. They discuss footwear, surgery and things you can do to improve your foot and lower limb health.www.arthritisaction.org.ukpodcast@arthritisaction.org.ukTiptoe Foot Care: https://tiptoefootcare.com/Royal College of Podiatry: https://rcpod.org.uk/Healthcare Professionals Council: https://www.hcpc-uk.org/
In this episode Marc speaks to Acupuncturist and Chartered Physiotherapist Kevin Young. The pair talk about what acupuncture is, the differences between traditional Chinese acupuncture and the more westernised styles, and what benefit they can provide for people living with arthritis.Website: www.arthritisaction.org.ukemail: podcast@arthritisaction.org.ukFind your closest Associated Practitioner: https://www.arthritisaction.org.uk/find-a-practitioner/
Marc speaks to Online Group attendee and friend of the charity Michelle Billington about how her treatment and support changed after transitioning to adult services.
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Our final episode of season 3 and to wrap up Marc talks to Dr Gurdeep Dulay, Consultant Rheumatologist at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust UK and Recipient of a National Changemaker Award. Dr Dulay explains what rheumatoid arthritis is, its symptoms, differentiating it from osteoarthritis, and treatment and medication options.
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In this episode Marc is joined by one of the world’s leading experts on osteoarthritis Professor David Hunter, Chair of Rheumatology, University of Sydney; and host of the Joint Action Podcast. Professor Hunter shares insights on causes including genetic and lifestyle factors, trends in occurrence and the effects on people who are living with arthritis in their working lives.
Joint Action Podcast: https://shows.acast.com/joint-action
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In this episode of the our podcast Marc speaks to Arthritis
Action Member and former Paralympian Leigh Walmsley about her experiences with arthritis, and representing Team GB in the London 2012 Paralympic games.
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In this episode of our podcast, Marc discusses the benefits of resistance training for people with arthritis, with Arthritis Action Services Manager and Dietitian Martin Lau, who is also a strength and conditioning coach. They give advice on how to get started, how much you need to do to see results, and different approaches to physical activity you can take, to help manage your pain and improve your daily life.
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In this episode Marc, Leah and Terry discuss the various adjustments and adaptations you can make throughout your home and workplace, planning for trips further afield and what gadgets and aids you can use to help make your life easier while living with arthritis.
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In this episode of our podcast, Marc is joined Arthritis Action’s Medical Advisor, and Honorary Consultant Rheumatologist Dr Wendy Holden to discuss the effects that hormones have on arthritis throughout the different stages of life. Dr Holden takes a closer look at women’s hormones during breast cancer treatment, menopause and HRT medication and how they may interfere with arthritis.
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In this episode Marc and Terry are joined by Arthritis Action Group attendee and friend of the charity Sophie Krank to talk about her experiences and challenges of being a parent with arthritis.
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In this episode of our podcast, Marc talks to Elizabeth Takyi, a podcast presenter, lecturer, neurodiversity storyteller, and Arthritis Action Trustee. The pair discuss Elizabeth’s own experience of arthritis, some of the stigma surrounding it within her community, and how perceptions of health conditions can be culturally linked.
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In this episode Marc speaks to Dr Giles Hazan, a GP with Extended Reach in Musculoskeletal Medicine at Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, to discuss managing arthritis alongside other conditions, how they may impact on each other and how you and your doctor can best manage these.
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Welcome to a new season of the podcast, in this first episode Marc talks to Jake Fretwell from the St Mary’s Surgery in Ely about how to get the most out of your medical appointments including describing your symptoms, making a plan of action and who else you may be referred to in the surgery.
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